# Zamboni Challenge vs Top Sailor

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zamboni Challenge at none against Top Sailor's 10. Zamboni Challenge also leads on price ($2.99 vs $3.99). Top Sailor's advantage is rating (3.9 vs 3.5) and review sentiment (69% vs 41%). On ratings volume, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Zamboni Challenge costs $2.99 and Top Sailor $3.99 up front. Top Sailor sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Zamboni Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Top Sailor holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 35 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Zamboni Challenge's written reviews are positive against 69% of Top Sailor's.

Zamboni Challenge ships an update every 9 months, Top Sailor every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zamboni Challenge | Top Sailor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [3.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zamboni-challenge/id428592958/reviews) | **[3.9 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/top-sailor/id430948592/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **35** |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **68.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#92** | #185 |
| Size | 129 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magnin & Associates](https://appshunter.io/developer/312671572) | [TOYSPRING](https://appshunter.io/developer/430948595) |

## What reviewers say

### Zamboni Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zamboni-challenge/id428592958)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Experience the thrill of operating an ice resurfacer. Carefully clean the ice, avoiding collisions and over-servicing areas. Progress through increasingly challenging arenas, culminating in a professional hockey game scenario.

**Highlights:** Drive a Zamboni, Clean ice efficiently, Avoid hitting boards, Progress through 5 arenas, Professional game simulation, Share accomplishments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Top Sailor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/top-sailor/id430948592)

**Currently charting:** #185 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic sailing and motorboat simulation. Learn sailing basics, understand wind effects, and compete against AI opponents in races. Master sail trimming, navigation, and race strategy in various beautiful locations and adjustable weather conditions.

**Highlights:** Realistic sailboat and motorboat simulation, AI opponents of varying skill levels, Multiple scenic locations, Procedural race track generator, Adjustable weather conditions, Apparent wind and telltale indicators

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Green hull | $0.99 | one-time |
| Yellow hull | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pink hull | $0.99 | one-time |
| Red hull | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4 colorful sails | $1.99 | one-time |
| Set of 4 decorative hulls | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boat name on hull | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pirate-style sail and hull | $2.99 | one-time |
| Add any text to your sail | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden sail | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic sailing physics
- ✨ Beautiful graphics and water effects
- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🧠 Good learning tool for sailing
- 🕹️ Intuitive controls (for some)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frustrating controls (for some)
- ⚠️ Unrealistic wind shifts
- 📉 Steep learning curve (for some)
- 🚫 Lack of variety in boats
- 🚧 UI issues and camera problems

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Game won't save progress
- Camera perspective changes at bad times
- Main sheet unresponsive
- App freezes and requires reinstallation

**Requested features**

- More boat variety
- First-person view
- Ability to change sails
- More courses/scenery
- Multiplayer mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zamboni Challenge free?

Zamboni Challenge costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Top Sailor free?

Top Sailor costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Zamboni Challenge or Top Sailor?

Top Sailor is rated higher. Zamboni Challenge averages 3.5 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Top Sailor averages 3.9 from 35 ratings.

### Do Zamboni Challenge or Top Sailor have ads?

Neither Zamboni Challenge nor Top Sailor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zamboni Challenge or Top Sailor?

Zamboni Challenge ships an update every 9 months, and Top Sailor every 3 months. Most recently, Zamboni Challenge was updated on November 6, 2026 and Top Sailor on November 6, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Zamboni Challenge or Top Sailor?

Zamboni Challenge currently peaks at #92 in the App Store charts, and Top Sailor at #185. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*